
The National Athletic Club
Now Open – Fitness, Wellness, and Performance Elevated
Welcome to the newly renovated National Athletic Club, your all-in-one destination for wellness at The National Golf Club of Kansas City. Formerly our fitness center, this completely transformed space is now a state-of-the-art training facility featuring the latest in Technogym equipment, modern design, and programming for all levels of fitness. Whether you're building strength, recovering with massage therapy, or dialing in your swing in the golf performance training zone, The National Athletic Club offers a smart, supportive, and energizing environment to help you feel and play your best.
What You'll Find Inside:
- Technogym Smart Equipment
Track your progress, personalize your workout, and train with the same technology used by elite athletes. - Dedicated Golf Performance Training Zone
Improve swing speed, flexibility, mobility, and power through golf-specific workouts developed in collaboration with our professional staff. - Group Fitness Classes
Stay motivated with weekly yoga, HIIT, and functional training classes for all levels. - Certified Personal Training
Work with expert trainers to customize your routine around your personal goals. - Massage Therapy
Relax and recover with private massage sessions to aid circulation, reduce soreness, and support performance. - Refreshed Locker Rooms
Enjoy modern, spa-like locker rooms with everything you need to reset and recharge. - Youth & Adult-Friendly Spaces
A welcoming, accessible environment for the whole family to stay active.


Nic Ingram, PGA
General Manager
Serving since 2013
816-741-0634
About Nic
Nic began his career at The National Golf Club as Head Golf Professional (2013–2015), then advanced to Director of Golf (2016–2023) and Club Manager (2023–2025). He now serves as General Manager. A northern Michigan native, Nic graduated from Ferris State University’s Professional Golf Management Program and has been a Class A PGA Professional since 2008. His experience includes roles at Hamilton Farm Golf Club (NJ), Naples Grande Golf Club (FL), and The Club at Mediterra (FL). A proud Midwest Section PGA member, he serves on its Executive Committee of the Board of Directors and has earned multiple honors, including Golf Professional of the Year (2023), the Patriot Award (2021), and Private Merchandiser of the Year (2017). He lives in Riverside, Missouri, with his wife, LaNette, and their three sons: Anderson, Cohen, and Morgan.


Chris Bell
Director of Membership
Serving since 2022
816-839-5494
About Chris
Chris was born and raised in a small town called Shotts 30 minutes south of St Andrews in Scotland, UK. His introduction to the game of golf started at the age of 13. After 3 years of practice, he became a scratch player and was called to play for the Scottish national team. Chris had the opportunity to come to the USA in 2011 to play college golf at Odessa College in Odessa, TX. After college he turned professional in 2013 working at 2 country clubs as an assistant professional and playing the North Texas PGA/Adams Tour. Alongside his golf career over the last few years Chris was selling safety equipment/first aid in the west Texas oilfield, before moving to Kansas City in late March 2022.

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